Body found in Buffalo Bayou east of downtown Houston

Investigators assemble on the banks of Buffalo Bayou in east Houston on Sept. 13, 2018. (KPRC)

HOUSTON – Police said they are investigating the discovery of a body in the Buffalo Bayou east of downtown Houston.

The incident was reported about 10 a.m. near the Hirsch Road bridge that spans the bayou.

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Houston police said that workers who were cleaning out the bayou ahead of heavy rain expected in the area this weekend found the body.

A dive team has recovered the body about 11 a.m.